Privacy Policy

Introduction

UtahWorldHive is committed to protecting your privacy and providing a transparent, safe platform for minority-owned businesses to connect, grow, and thrive. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services.

Information We Collect

When you interact with UtahWorldHive, we may collect the following information:

• Full name and contact email address
• Phone number
• Business name and type
• Business address and website
• How you heard about us (referral source)
• Event registration and attendance information
• Event feedback and survey responses
• Information about your business interests and preferences

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To facilitate networking and community building among minority-owned businesses
• To send you information about current and upcoming events, workshops, and programs
• To contact you by text messaging to notify you of current and upcoming events that match your interests
• To process event registrations and manage attendance
• To gather feedback and improve our services and events
• To verify member status and manage access to member-only features
• To communicate important updates and announcements
• To comply with legal obligations

Your Information is Not Sold or Traded

UtahWorldHive does NOT sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. Your data is exclusively used to serve your needs and enhance your experience within our community.

We respect your privacy and maintain strict confidentiality regarding all member information. Any personal data you provide will be used solely for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy and will never be shared with external organizations for marketing or commercial purposes without your explicit written consent.

Text Messaging Contact Policy

As a member of UtahWorldHive, you may receive text messages from our team to notify you of current and upcoming events, programs, and opportunities that align with your interests. Text messaging is part of our commitment to keeping you informed and engaged with our community. If you prefer not to receive text messages, you can request to be removed from our text contact list by contacting us at the email address below.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical, administrative, and physical security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your information, subject to legal retention requirements
• Opt out of communications by updating your preferences
• Request that we limit how we use your information

Policy Changes

UtahWorldHive reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last Updated" date above. Your continued use of our services constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Utah World Hive Commitment

UtahWorldHive operates as an initiative of the Utah Black Chamber of Commerce with the mission to empower minority-owned businesses through global connections and local support. Your privacy and trust are fundamental to our mission, and we are dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of data protection and ethical business practices.